Orlando, FL — April 20, 2015 – Tendinitis often takes place when people suffer from an injury or when there is repetitive overuse of the tendon due to poor body position. The condition typically affects young athletic people, but since the tendons tend to become less flexible as a person ages, the condition is also common in older and middle-aged adults.
The Arthritis Foundation has provided some facts and treatment options for tendinitis sufferers. According to the organization, the condition can occur suddenly and may last for weeks or even longer, and then go away. However, it can also happen again and can result in permanent disability or damage when not treated properly.
“When this condition takes place, the tendons around the body become inflamed. Symptoms often occur in the form of stiffness, pain and swelling,” said VitaBreeze Supplements spokesperson, Michelle O’Sullivan.
There are several treatment options available that are recommended by The Arthritis Foundation. Included in these treatment options are rest, activity modification, splints, cold and heat, medication, physical therapy and surgery. Although these treatments are recommended, it is also necessary for patients to see an orthopedic surgeon, rheumatologist or physical therapist.
Experts say that this condition may need a conservative approach. The patient’s healthcare professional may recommend a combination of treatments such as physical therapy, activity modification, rest, medications and temperature therapies. Rest allows the tendon to heal while activity modification can prevent the patient from doing an activity that may injure the tendon.
“Splints are also useful for tendinitis patients to keep the joint properly aligned and take away stress from the tendon while activities are being performed. Splints may be used to help heal the tendon,” added O’Sullivan.
Cold packs can help reduce swelling and pain, while hot packs can be very useful to individuals suffering from long-term ache due to overuse injury. Physical therapy is also helpful for stretching the affected tendon and reducing the risk for re-injury. Surgery is another treatment option to relieve the symptoms of tendinitis.
Medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also known as NSAIDs) are commonly recommended for the treatment of joint pain. These drugs are widely known to help provide relief from pain and swelling.
Many arthritis patients are using NSAIDs to achieve pain relief and improve their mobility. However, the use of these medications is highly associated with side effects. This is why many sufferers are also resorting to natural alternatives such as curcumin supplements (http://www.amazon.com/Turmeric-Curcumin-Complex-BioPerine-Bio-availability/dp/B00JA4TLTI).
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